Seagull Rescue Shuts Western Road as Firefighters Swing into Action
Emergency services caused a brief traffic chaos on Western Road last night as they mounted a dramatic rescue of a trapped seagull. The bird was caught in roof netting meant to keep gulls from nesting, leaving firefighters hoisting equipment high above shopfronts to save the distressed wildlife.
Fire Crew Use Aerial Ladder to Free Stranded Seagull
The drama unfolded just before 6pm when crews arrived promptly after a call at 5.43pm. Armed with an aerial ladder platform, firefighters carefully reached the netted gull and freed it without a scratch.
“We were called to reports of a seagull stuck in netting at a premises on Western Road,” said a spokeswoman for the 123 service. “Our team worked quickly to rescue the bird from urban deterrents designed to keep wildlife away.”
Locals Amused but Impressed by Fire Service’s Quick Response
Onlookers watched with a mix of relief and amusement at the unusual rescue mission. Many praised the fire service for handling the incident with professionalism and compassion, treating the trapped gull as seriously as any emergency.
Thankfully, no injuries were reported—neither to humans nor the feathered rescuee.
